Hab grad einen Auszug aus dem Norfolk Southern Gift Shop bekommen, Lokführer haben so ein schönes leben, die müssen sich wie Könige fühlen. Aber lest selbst:
The Norfolk Southern (un-)Official Employee Gift Guide
With the joyous holiday season upon us, we're once
again confronted with that perennial problem: "What to
get the person who has everything?" Thanks to our
employer, the decision is even more difficult this
year. After all, when you work for "the best railroad
in the world", what more could you possibly ask for?
ARMREST EXTENDERS $29.95
These handy armrests slip over the puny stubs found on
NS locomotives in seconds. Now you can spend those
long nights in the siding in comfort. Special
collapsible design fits easily in your grip when not
in use.
"TOAD STOOL" SEAT CUSHION $14.95
Tired of sitting on NS's hard "toad stool" seats
without arm rests? This handy durable cushion is made
of weather resistant nylon with the NS logo embossed
on each side so you too can sit on the donkey in
comfort! Perfect for those long nights in the sidings
and those who have less padding on their caboose.
Folds to a compact 6" by 6" for your grip. Not for use
on Conrail engines equipped with hi back reclining
seats.
STINK BUSTER $5.95
This handy spray can eliminates most odors found in NS
engine cabs, especially that common "stale urine"
smell. A must have for all yard and road crews, it
disinfects as it freshens the air. Order within the
next 30 minutes and receive two cans for the price of
one!
SH*T KIT $9.95
Don't ever get caught out in the woods after Mexican
night again! This complete kit features 10 florescent
orange numbered bags, 10 "just enough" squares of one
ply tissue, and 10 "quick tie" baggy ties. Toilet
paper is made from 100 % recycled paper and features
the NS donkey in non soluble ink on each square!
"Stink Buster" sold separately.
CAUTION: Bags may present a suffocation hazard and are
not to be used as Christmas ornaments for trees along
the right of way.
"T.Y.E.S. FOR DUMMIES" HANDBOOK $24.95
This handy 2,345 page manual provides step-by-step
instructions to guide you through the new Thoroughbred
Yard Enterprise System (or T.Y.E.S.) labyrinth. Once
again, you'll be able to access the basic information
required to process your many mishandling penalties.
Covers "Atlanta Real Time," "Crew Call," and other
systems. A special "hacker's chapter" provides
valuable "how to" tips for getting those "locked-out"
personal days. A must for sharpshooters, this book is
also the perfect gift for the "caller without a clue"
in your life!!
CAB SIGNAL COVER $9.95
Now you can avoid that "staring into a laser pointer"
feeling you get from those old Conrail GP-40's,
SD40-2's, and other late model units. This convenient
cover slips on in seconds and folds into a compact 2"
by 6" carrying case. Also covers those annoying
flickering penalty lights.
CAUTION: Not for use in cab-signal territory.
CAB SIGNAL KIT $19.95
Now you don't have to wait for cab signal equipped
engines ever again! This handy kit replicates the cab
signal "Christmas tree" and it's magnetic backing
affixes to most engine walls in seconds. Authentic
position lights flicker different cab signal aspects
at random.
Instantly adds cab signals to older engines or adds
cab signal realism to lines not equipped with cab
signals. Operates with two AA batteries sold
separately. CAUTION: Seller not liable for accuracy of
indications provided, use at your own risk.
NS E.O.T. / H.O.T. KIT $9.95
Tired of waiting for your E.O.T. to link to the H.O.T.
at your initial terminal? Save time with this handy
kit featuring 25 pre-printed stick on labels for NS
style H.O.T.so. Each label features brake pipe
pressure and "LANK" indications so you can leave
quicker and wait for a relief crew a few miles ahead.
Perfect for those crews who are in a hurry to return
home or when the yard has run out of engines and
telemetry devices. Not for use in C40-9, C40- 9W, or
newer Conrail engines equipped with "Integrated
Function Displays."
ALERTER HELPER $14.95
If your favorite engineer is a bit on the rotund side,
here's a gift he can really use! The "alerter helper"
straps to your leg and allows you to acknowledge the
alerter on NS locomotives without bending over. Made
from high-quality rubber, with leather straps.
Also available for older GP50, GP38, & SD40 models
equipped with push button alerters, please specify
model when ordering.
INSPIRATIONAL POSTER $5.95
Feeling disgruntled or sluggish about completing the
tasks at hand? Simply affix this poster of the new top
brass to the cab of your engine and you're ready to go
again!! Features inspirational slogans "Everything is
getting better," at top and "NS: The Big Donkey of
Transportation" at bottom. Kit includes both magnets
and double sided tape for easy mounting. Our best
seller, supplies are limited!
NS EAR MUFFS
Perfect for those old NS and CR engines which have the
horn located above the cab, these muffs block out most
sounds. Perfect for that hogger who blows the horn all
night long. Eliminates 99% of that annoying "horn
ringing in your ears" syndrome after a 12 hour trip
and lets you sleep better at night! Available only in
NS black.
NS CLERICAL GIFT SET $29.95
Set includes 100 lined forms printed on recycled
paper, handy car counter, and one number two pencil
for logging cars at yards where the computer system
still isn't working properly. All items feature the
company logo. DELUXE SET -for only $49.95- includes a
thin rain poncho and collapsible stool, perfect for
sitting at the yard throat on a rainy day. HURRY,
order now in time for Christmas, quantities very
limited!
NS PAYROLL GIFT SET $29.95
Handsome boxed gift set includes over 100 "good
arbitrary claims," red ink pad, and special "declined"
rubber stamp! Hours of fun declining "good claims,"
for your favorite payroll timekeeper. Also makes a
great gift for your local transportation supervisor!
2004 LIMITED EDITION "RAILROAD RUSH HOUR" PUZZLE
$24.95
Like the generic version found in stores, the object
of this board game is to get your engines and cars out
of the grid locked freight yard. However, the cars and
engines in this special edition are decorated in
authentic Conrail, Norfolk Southern and CSX paint
schemes.
Compact design fits easily in your grip. A stimulating
and challenging way to pass the hours while waiting
for your relief.
CLEARANCE! 1997 Union Pacific special editions are
still available, only $14.99
PIN BALL FREIGHT CAR GAME $29.95
A perfect companion to the "Railroad Rush Hour"
Puzzle, this hand held game simulates the NS car
routing computer as a mini pin ball machine. The
player pulls back on the lever, releases it and
watches as one of five balls with reporting marks
bounces from bumper to bumper, while trying to prevent
the ball from reaching it's destination at bottom.
Each bumper has the name of the major NS terminals on
it. Score mega points when the car balls bounce back &
forth between terminals. Keeps top five scores in its
history display.
Four AA batteries sold separately.
RAILROAD BINGO $19.95
This fun filled kit features 25 laminated game cards
with the names of locomotive leasing companies NS has
leased engines from printed in the grids. Simply mark
down the engine in the appropriate grid space as they
scurry by your parked train to achieve Railroad Bingo!
Kits includes 5 dry erase markers so the cards may be
reused. NOTE: May take several trips to achieve a
"Railroad Bingo."
LIMITED EDITION NS MODEL RAILROAD $99.95**
This model representation of the real deal comes
complete with 500 freight cars, two black engines, 20
feet of jointed rail, and several signal bridges.
Loads of fun the whole family can enjoy, spend hours
assembling trains, then set the signals to stop and
you're railroadin' like the pros do it! Recommended
for ages 8 & up.
**LOUISVILLE TERMINAL YARD ADD ON KIT -only $49.95-
adds another 200 freight cars, one switch, and an
additional 10 feet of jointed rail for those who need
an extra challenge.
CONRAIL PAINT $5.99 per gallon
Each gallon of authentic Conrail Blue is from Dupont's
high quality Imron Line of paints. Perfect for the
modeler on your list, home improvement projects, or
touching up your vehicle. Environmentally friendly,
lead free paint offers years of durable protection.
NS HOLIDAY SWEATSHIRT $14.99
Just in time for Christmas, this festive sweatshirt
features a full-color picture of Ebenezer Scrooge
uttering his immortal line "Bah, humbug!" Below him is
the slogan "NS: Where Christmas is just another
workday". Available only in NS black.
NS HOLIDAY TOTE BAG $14.99
Take your presents with you when you get called out on
Christmas Eve or Christmas Day! Attractive green, red,
and black, sturdy nylon tote holds approximately 10
presents for use at the away from home terminal or en
route to your destination. BONUS: Includes 5 minute
pre paid calling card so you can tell the family you
don't know when you'll be back!
NS SWISS ARMY KNIFE $29.95
With 2004 just around the corner, this could be the
handiest gift of all. Handsomely embossed with the NS
logo, the knife features two knife blades, a can
opener, a fish scaler, two screwdrivers, tweezers,
pliers, and a special "radio and E.O.T." tool.
WEED WEASEL NIGHT VISION $149.95
Perfect for all yard and road crews, these handy
goggles turn night in to day and allow you to spot
that pesky train master hiding in the bushes before he
spots you!
CAUTION: not for daylight use.